Hi new to this
Having severe angina these days especially in cold weather Now just walking about indoors occasionally need GTN spray. Off to hospital this month to see cardiology doctor. . Bypass 17 years ago although angio shows bypass still working well. Any body with ideas of specific exercise to curb angina please?
Thanks.
Hi there dougle,
It's a case of learning what brings it on, some exercises will bring it in sooner, or you may find what worked yesterday won't work tomorrow. Keep at it and hopefully a nice happy medium
Good luck Mark
I take isosorbide mononitrate and this seems better at preventing angina that treating with GTN when it occurs. During this cold snap I have avoided it (touch wood) having learnt my lesson in the previous one. If outside in freezing conditions it's slower, even slower than Mr Slow, James May! 
Micheal thanks for your reply. I take both at the moment and still get the pain. Awaiting meeting with cardiologist next week. Thanks for our interest. Sorry took a time to reply to u as new to this and just worked out how to find my messages.
Kind regards Tony
Hi Dougie. I hope you don't mind my asking a question but my husband has just been diagnosed with suspected angina. I have seen a lot on here about cold weather affecting the condition, dies extreme heat affect it too? It's just he is currently in Aruba and would like to help him with some knowledge. (He asks no questions just accepts what he is told - such as it is)
Thank you for your help and I wish you good health
Hi Ducky Lady.
Can't answer your question authoritatively but I can say that in the cold a couple of degrees will affect me immensely. And bring me to a complete stop. It's very sensitive. I would imagine extreme heat would be bound to put a strain on his heart. I do wish him well and he should take note of his warning signs. If it does not go away seek immediate help is what I am constantly being told.
kind regards Tony.
Yes, extreme heat can have an effect but in a different way. At higher temperatures your blood vessels dilate naturally. Combined with BP and anti-anginal tablets thus can cause a further drop in BP. This can cause light headedness and faintness as the heart struggles (can result in palpitations) with (very) low blood pressure. I find that currently I function best between 10C and 25C so no skiing or tropics for me!
Hi Dougle,
I'm sorry you are being more troubled by your angina at the moment,but glad that your angiogram was reassuring. From a medical perspective, one thing I would add to the others' comments, is that although you should exercise as much as you can, before you start,it is really important to 'warm up' so even if this is just marching on the spot for a few minutes. This gives the arteries a chance to dilate slightly, so more oxygen rich blood can get through to your heart as well as your muscles. You are less likely to develop the angina symptoms than if you just start 'cold'. Needless to say,it is still really important to have your GTN spray close to hand just in case.
Unfortunately,many people are more troubled by angina in the cold weather, as narrowed arteries just constrict even more.. here's hoping to some warmer spring weather and some sunshine- we certainly need it!
Take care,
Philippa
Many thanks for your advice. I like the warm up idea I hadn't though of that my wife is always saying 'stop rushing off' she swears I have ADHD!! Your information is most helpful thank you.
Kind regards Tony.
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